Govt plans to ban plastic bags

The Minister of Environment, Wildlife and Tourism, Tshekedi Khama has indicated that government is planning to ban the use of plastic carrier bags in the country.

This comes after constant failures by the government to implement and collect funds from the plastic bag levy that was passed in 2007.

Speaking in Parliament on Monday, Khama said the ministry was advised that the plastic bag levy collection will be complex to administer and that it may not serve the purpose for which it was intended.

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Makgekgenene played her part

“Ignore the noise, focus on your work”- AnonymousAs the DG of such a controversy-ridden institution, you really played your part in the fight against corruption and economic crime. Your stay at the helm of the DCEC was quickly paying dividends under your stewardship. During your tenure, there was a lot of action as those caught on the wrong side of the law were brought to court regardless of their economic or political status. We have learnt...

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